Clarke's special tribute to Phillip Hughes

Former Australia skipper Michael Clarke has helped to honour Phillip Hughes on the first day of the historic Adelaide day-night Test.

The opening day of the match between Australia and New Zealand marked the first anniversary of Hughes' death, which came two days after he was struck by a bouncer in a Sheffield Shield match at the SCG.

At the request of Hughes' family, commemorations were low-key at the ground, with a special tribute package that was voiced by Michael Clarke replacing a minute's silence.

It was shown at 4.08pm - referring to Hughes' Test cap number.

Players from both sides also wore black arm bands in honour of Hughes.

"Obviously it's a tough time for his family and his friends and we respect that ... hopefully we can have a good week for Phillip," Australia skipper Steve Smith said before play.

"A year on we still have Hughesy at the back of our minds every time we walk out onto the field.